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August 19, 1915,

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BRIDGEPORT, Conn., Aug. 18 -- An unexpected strike broke out at the Salts Textile Works this noon when 500 weavers walked out after making a demand for the eight-hour day and an increase of wages. The weavers are unorganized. The company is not inclined to grant the demands in full.

August 19, 1915

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